Job Description:

Health and Safety Advisor
Salary: £400 per day (Outside IR35)
Location: Birmingham (site-based)
Duration: 3-6 Months (potential for extension)
Hours: 07.30 to 16.30 Monday to Friday

Are you experienced in construction health and safety, with the ability to hit the ground running on challenging sites?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, delivering proactive safety leadership across multiple locations?

We are looking for a Health and Safety Advisor to support a major infrastructure project in Birmingham. This role involves working closely with the site teams to ensure safety standards are maintained and safety procedures are followed effectively.

The successful candidate will:

• Act as a proactive safety presence across multiple sites, supporting project activities.
• Conduct on-site inspections, risk assessments, and safety audits, promoting a safety-first culture.
• Support incident investigations and assist with implementing corrective actions.
• Engage with site teams to deliver safety briefings and monitor compliance.
• Assist with permit to work and other safety documentation as required.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Construction site experience, preferably within piling or similar sectors.
• Valid CSCS card and relevant health and safety qualifications.
• Proven ability to work independently and proactively in a site-based environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence safety behaviours.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-profile infrastructure project, with exposure to complex construction environments.

For more information or to apply, please contact Tom Hewat at or call (phone number removed).

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